Heat of the Moment: When Pressure Becomes a Killer Matthew Mayich, a 21 year old NHL prospect, collapsed during an outdoor workout with the Arizona State University hockey team in Arizona.
The incident has left his family and loved ones reeling. At first glance, the extreme heat and demanding workout routine might seem like contributing factors to Mayich's collapse.
However, a closer examination reveals that this tragedy is not just about one athlete or one team. It speaks to a deeper issue in professional sports: the pressure to perform and its human cost.